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Table of Contents

 

Table of Contents ................................................................................................................... 2

 

INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................... 3

 

HOW YOUR POWER INVERTER WORKS ................................................................................... 3

 

PRODUCT SERVICE AND SUPPORT .......................................................................................... 3

 

WHAT'S IN THE BOX ............................................................................................................... 3 
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ......................................................................................................... 3 
CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS .............................................................................................. 4 
IMPORTANT PRODUCT/SAFETY INFORMATION ...................................................................... 8 
PENTAGON PROTECTION® ...................................................................................................... 9 
GETTING STARTED ................................................................................................................. 10 
POWER CONSUMPTION ........................................................................................................ 10 
MOUNTING THE INVERTER .................................................................................................... 11 
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................. 12 
CONNECTING TO A VEHICLE BATTERY .................................................................................... 12 
PRO 1500W INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................... 13 
PRO 2500W & 3000W INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 16 
TURNING YOUR INVERTER ON AND OFF ................................................................................ 19 
CHANGING THE LOW VOLTAGE ALARM SETTING ................................................................... 20 
COBRA REMOTE ON/OFF CONTROLLER WITH FAST CHARGE USB  .......................................... 21 
OPERATING INDICATORS ....................................................................................................... 22 
OPERATING LIMITS ................................................................................................................ 23 
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ................................................................................................... 24 
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................... 25 
MAINTENANCE & PRODUCT SERVICE ..................................................................................... 25 
REMOTE ON/OFF CONTROLLER with FAST CHARGE USB OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS……………26 
WARRANTY & TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ................................................................ 33 
MOUNTING TEMPLATE .......................................................................................................... 34 

 
 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for CPI1500W

Page 1: ...1 P a g e 2020 Cobra Electronics Corporation Version A...

Page 2: ...ALLATION REQUIREMENTS 12 CONNECTING TO A VEHICLE BATTERY 12 PRO 1500W INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 13 PRO 2500W 3000W INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16 TURNING YOUR INVERTER ON AND OFF 19 CHANGING THE LOW VOL...

Page 3: ...where else with a 12 Volt battery PRODUCT SERVICE AND SUPPORT For any questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product PLEASE CONTACT COBRA FIRST do not return this product to the retail...

Page 4: ...4 P a g e CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS PRO 1500W Features...

Page 5: ...LED Output Power Indicator When active output power is in Watts W G 4 GFCI Protected AC Outlets H Digital Display showing Battery Voltage V Power in kilowatts kW Power in Watts W and Error Codes I USB...

Page 6: ...6 P a g e PRO 2500W and 3000W Features...

Page 7: ...hen active output power is in Watts W G 4 GFCI Protected AC Outlets H Digital Display showing Battery Voltage V Power in kilowatts kW Power in Watts W and Error Codes I USB C Fast Charge port 5V 9V 15...

Page 8: ...the ventilation openings 5 Do not install the inverter in zero clearance compartment 6 Do not allow water or liquids in contact with the power inverter 7 Do not use appliances with damaged or wet cord...

Page 9: ...safely Cobra PRO Output Waveform Some very sensitive electronic equipment may not operate satisfactory on the output waveform referred to as modified sine wave which this inverter is designed It is a...

Page 10: ...the power inverter you must determine the battery s reserve capacity how long the battery can deliver a specific amount of current in automotive batteries usually 25 ampere or ampere hour capacity a m...

Page 11: ...he battery bank MOUNTING THE INVERTER Do not mount the power inverter under the hood of any vehicle Choose a cool dry and well ventilated area inside the vehicle as close to the battery as possible Pl...

Page 12: ...ipment WARNING This unit is suitable for installation in negative ground applications only Do not attempt to install to a positive ground application CONNECTING TO A VEHICLE BATTERY Power wire and wir...

Page 13: ...verter to your battery use a wire gauge that is appropriate for your installation 4 For safety reasons install a properly rated fuse not included on the red cable as close to the positive red battery...

Page 14: ...voltage drop and may cause over heated wires and melted insulation CAUTION Reverse polarity connections positive to negative will blow internal fuses in the inverter and may permanently damage the un...

Page 15: ...15 P a g e PRO 1500W INSTALLATION...

Page 16: ...er to the battery If a longer cable is required to connect your inverter to your battery use a wire gauge that is appropriate for your installation 4 For safety reasons install a properly rated fuse n...

Page 17: ...y cause over heated wires and melted insulation CAUTION Reverse polarity connections positive to negative will blow internal fuses in the inverter and may permanently damage the unit Such damage is no...

Page 18: ...18 P a g e PRO 2500W AND 3000W INSTALLATION...

Page 19: ...IC OPERATION 1 Press the POWER button to turn on your inverter 2 When powered on the Input Voltage LED is green PRO 3000W POWER INVERTER BASIC OPERATION 1 Connect the Remote On Off Controller in the R...

Page 20: ...ttery at this rate depending on the age of the battery CHANGING THE LOW VOLTAGE ALARM SETTING Cobra Pro Power Inverters are equipped with 2 settings to accommodate battery run times for both professio...

Page 21: ...r compatibility with the Cobra Remote On Off Controller with Fast Charge USB to allow you to conveniently turn the inverter ON and OFF from anywhere inside your vehicle as well fast charge your device...

Page 22: ...ash as shown and an alarm will sound To restore normal operation return the DC input voltage to at least 12V The inverter will automatically return to normal operation High Voltage Protection If the D...

Page 23: ...lts Optimum performance will occur when the voltage is between 12 volts and 14 volts If the voltage drops below 11 5V 0 3V an audible low battery warning will sound Your inverter comes equipped with 2...

Page 24: ...n la on openings in the inverter are not obstructed Reduce ambient temperature No output voltage Protect indicator lighted High input voltage Make sure the inverter is connected to 12V ba ery Check re...

Page 25: ...11 5V DC Default 10 5V Selectable Option Low Battery Shutdown 10 5V DC Default 9 5V DC Selectable Option 10 5V DC Default 9 5V DC Selectable Option 10 5V DC Default 9 5V DC Selectable Option USB A Out...

Page 26: ...t on Cobra for Power Where You Need It Works with Cobra Power Inverters CPI400PSW CPI500W CPI1500W CPI2500W and CPI3000W Cobra Remote On Off Controller with Fast Charge USB Model CPIALCDG1 Cobra and t...

Page 27: ...ast Charge USB C D Fast Charge USB A E Flush Mounts F Clip Mount for Clip Mounting Option G Keyhole Mount H RJ 45 Remote Control Cable Jack I RJ 45 Remote Control Cable J Clip Mont K M3 5 Screws Fast...

Page 28: ...hether you own a standard vehicle RV Professional Truck or Camper Cobra gives you 4 Mounting options to remotely turn your inverter on and off as well as charge your devices from anywhere in your vehi...

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Page 30: ...range This is considered a fault When this happens both the inverter and remote alarms will sound and if the fault is not addressed the inverter will shut down and the remote will display a fault mess...

Page 31: ...ut down when the AC output is shorted AC Output Overload Inverter Over Temperature The alarm will sound and the inverter will shut down The alarm will sound and the inverter will AC output exceeds the...

Page 32: ...with models that do not support this function Display Error messages are only supported by PRO Series inverters CPI500W and CPI400PSW Models do not support error messages USB port on remote is not cha...

Page 33: ...ary from state to state Exclusions This limited warranty does not apply 1 To any product damaged by accident 2 In the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations...

Page 34: ...34 P a g e This template should measure 3 35 Please ensure that this measurement is checked on your print out for accuracy before making your cuts and installing...

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